Fall season according to Chinese Medicine

Associated organs and color - Lungs and Large Intestine, white.

Movement - structured classes, progressive work from challenging to restorative. Focus on heart openers and use props in relaxation.

Food Therapy - lean towards spicy foods to move any stagnation like white onions, mustard greens and ginger. Add hydrating foods like pears, asparagus, cucumber and celery to enjoy with white rice or millet.

Emotional - heavy emphasis on balancing structured routines with a natural ability to let go. This is a season where we can open up and find inspiration while feeling supported to do so. Fall is also associated with sadness and grief. Find your people and passions, and breathe through it.

Avoid - isolation,excessive perfectionism and self-deprecation.